Board Members
We are actively seeking professionals with experience in finance, accounting, fundraising, or business development, to volunteer to join our Board of Trustees. Our board works to represent the demographic of children we serve and of the area we live in. See our annual report for more information on the children we advocate for.
If you are interested in joining us, please review our Volunteer Board Member Job Description and complete our Board Application. Applications should be submitted to info@casaofmiddlesexcounty.org.
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Sharon Hoffman-Manning, Chair
Former VP of Operations, Santa Cruz Nutritionals
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Ellen Clarkson, Vice Chair
Chief Operating Officer, The Citizens Campaign
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Dennis Doll, Treasurer
President & CEO/Middlesex Water Company
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Amy Jumbelic, Secretary
Retired VP Strategy & Digitization, Johnson & Johnson
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Susanne Peticolas, Member-at-Large
Director, Gibbons PC
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Tawayna Bailey
Director of AmeriCorps & Academic Services, Jewish Renaissance Foundation
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Edina Brown
Former Councilwoman, Old Bridge Township
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Karen Chaplin
Executive Editor, Children's Books, HarperCollins Publishers
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Alton Kinsey
Retired Doctor, James Street Associates
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Amy Krysienski
Nonprofit & Government Banking Officer for Columbia Bank
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Norman Ng
Vice President of Quality and Safety, Maine Behavioral Healthcare
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Sandy G. Wilson
Retired Journalist, Bloomberg News
Board Members Emeritus
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Gerald Pomper
Professor Emeritus, Political Science Department, Rutgers University
Board Liaisons
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Betsy Capp
Retired Educator/Graphic Artist
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Judith Martin Waterman
Freelance Editor
Staff Members
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Executive Director
Phone: 732-246-4449 ex. 1
Stephanie@casaofmiddlesexcounty.orgStephanie Brown began working with CASA of Middlesex County in February 2015 after spending three years working as an Advocate Coordinator in two large urban CASA programs. Prior to that, she was a caseworker for Child Protective Services in Texas. Her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology is from Linfield College in Oregon and her Master’s Degree in Social Work, with a focus on Community and Administrative Leadership, is from the University of Texas. While at the University of Texas, Stephanie completed the Nonprofit Portfolio program through the RGK Center for Philanthropy and Community Service. Stephanie is a Licensed Social Worker. In her current role as the Executive Director of CASA of Middlesex County, Stephanie spends most of her time supporting staff, fundraising, and collaborating with the board, as we continue developing and improving the quality and quantity of services provided to kids.
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Senior Program Director
Phone: 732-246-4449 ex. 3
Colette@casaofmiddlesexcounty.orgColette’s experience with the Middlesex County CASA program started in May 2011 when she began volunteering as an Advocate for CASA. In October 2012, she became a CASA employee and she has been supervising CASA volunteers ever since. Colette remains dedicated to ensuring that every volunteer, and ultimately child, receives the support they need. She also manages and processes much of the data that is collected by the organization, she trains new volunteers, and she maintains relationships with the Courts and the Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCP&P). Colette has a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology and an extensive background working for an international IT provider.
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Communications and Development Director
Phone: 732-246-4449 ex.6
lauren@casaofmiddlesexcounty.orgLauren began working as a CASA volunteer in 2019. She was born and raised in New York and graduated with her bachelor’s degree in International Studies from SUNY Cortland. Lauren spent three years teaching abroad in the Middle East and developed a passion for helping children. As the Communications and Development Director, Lauren is able to further help CASA team members and contribute to CASA’s continued success.
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Program Coordinator
732-246-4449 ex.2
edith@casaofmiddlesexcounty.orgEdith is from Berkeley Heights, NJ. She was born and raised in Peru and has been living in the United States for over 30 years. She has twin sons who are 16 years old. Her degree is in Interpreting Spoken Languages, Liberal Arts and Science. Prior work experience includes interpretation services, including assisting the D.A office by providing essential translation. Edith would often accompany officers and translate for victims, witnesses, and court officials. She has extensive experience working closely with FEMA, American Red Cross, state, and local agencies. In her free time Edith enjoys yoga, Zumba and attending her son’s football games.
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Program Coordinator
732-246-4449 ex.4
brian@casaofmiddlesexcounty.orgBrian became a CASA Advocate in the summer of 2022, and was soon inspired to begin a career in social services. He is thrilled to be able to continue with CASA of Middlesex County as a Program Coordinator, editing reports to the court, developing training materials and supervising a roster of dedicated and dynamic volunteers. Brian’s past professional experience has been a mix of creative and technical roles within the arts and media industries. He holds degrees from Carnegie Mellon University and UCLA.
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Program Coordinator
732-246-4449 ex.7
khizran@casaofmiddlesexcounty.orgKhizran received her Master of Social Work degree from Rutgers University. Her passion along with her professional experience in serving, mentoring, and advocating for children and families to improve their quality of life has led to her career as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW). Additionally, other prior professional experiences include developing training materials, coaching, and providing continuing education. In her role as a program coordinator, Khizran will review and edit court reports and work with our dedicated volunteers to support CASA’s mission as we continue to advocate for the child’s best interest.
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Administrative Assistant
732-246-4449 ex.5
patricia@casaofmiddlesexcounty.orgPatricia’s love and passion for children’s welfare has led her to her career as a grade school teacher abroad. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Education with a specialization in Special Education, in the Philippines. This passion also led her to become part of the team at CASA of Middlesex County. As the Administrative Assistant, because she fully believes in the cause of the organization, she is committed to sharing her abilities to accomplish CASA's mission. Patricia currently lives in Woodbridge with her husband and son and enjoys visiting different beautiful spots around the state of New Jersey.
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Intern
sejal@casaofmiddlesexcounty.orgSejal began her journey with CASA of Middlesex County as an advocate in the summer of 2023. Now pursuing her Master of Social Work (MSW) at Rutgers School of Social Work, she chose to intern with CASA starting in the summer of 2024. In her internship, Sejal works directly with children and families, providing advocacy and support through the CASA program. With a passion for child welfare and a commitment to making a positive impact, she looks forward to a career serving children and families.
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Peer Coordinators
After practicing the role of the CASA advocate, some of our volunteers accept leadership roles as Peer Coordinators. Peer Coordinators provide their expertise and guidance to 5-10 new CASA volunteers at any given time. This allows CASA to increase the number of children we can help without significantly increasing costs related to adding new staff members. These incredible people come from many different backgrounds and experiences, bringing their talents and abilities to the growing body of knowledge accessible by CASA advocates. We could not do this work without them!
Joanne Bergen, Lita De La Cruz, Susan Druckman, Toni Henrix, Linda Kinsey, Maggie Manza, Michael Reina, Melody Smith, Bernadette Varley, Judy Walters, Diane Wanat, and Judith Martin Waterman.
